People’s Promise Answer Key

In this worksheet, students analyze an adapted excerpt from Abraham Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address, paying close attention to the bolded quotation. They reflect on what the phrase “government of the people, by the people, for the people” means and why Lincoln chose it for the speech. Guiding questions prompt students to explore the speech’s purpose, context, and connection to the Civil War. Learners consider how Lincoln’s words highlighted democracy, equality, and the sacrifices made by Union soldiers. They also examine how the speech’s themes relate to the larger goals of the war. The worksheet encourages students to evaluate why this message remains important in modern society. This activity strengthens both historical understanding and interpretation of famous speeches.

Curriculum Matched Skills

Social Studies – Civil War and Reconstruction Era Understanding

English Language Arts – Analyzing Famous American Speeches

Social Studies – Democratic Ideals and Historical Context

English Language Arts – Citing Evidence from Primary Sources

This worksheet is part of our historical text worksheets collection.